rubbing


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Synonyms for rubbing

the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another

representation consisting of a copy (as of an engraving) made by laying paper over something and rubbing it with charcoal

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effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure

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But while he pounded the one hand, he never ceased from rubbing his nose and cheeks with the other.
He plodded on with bowed head, unobservant, mechanically rubbing nose and cheeks, and batting his steering hand against the gee-pole in the straight trail-stretches.
Clinging to the gee-pole with his right band and with his left rubbing cheeks and nose, he stumbled over the rope as the dogs swung on a bend.
No, no, no, sir," remonstrates Grandfather Smallweed, cunningly rubbing his spare legs.
Our findings suggest that shortening hand rubbing time and simplifying the technique for use of hand rub could be a safe alternative that is easier to fit into their busy routine, could enhance the overall quality of hand hygiene performance, and have a positive effect on adherence", said Professor Tschudin-Sutter.
Rubbing traditional ointment into your chest, back and even feet can provide relief from congestion and sore throats, or try adding it to hot water to inhale, if advised.
She said: "Throughout the bus journey from Ormskirk to Southport, he was constantly staring at me and rubbing himself inappropriately." | Police in Skelmersdale have issued an appeal for information.
Why it works: Rubbing the towel against both items transfers a negative charge to them.
Observe: Rubbing one object against another object can create static electricity.
Rub THE rubbing system goes like this: rub palms together until soap is bubbly, then rub each palm over the back of the other hand, and then rub between your fingers on each hand.
The buck was in no hurry to get anywhere, and he spent nearly an hour browsing on acorns and occasionally making sawdust by vigorously rubbing his polished antlers on the many saplings.
Rubbing between the rotor and the stator is a serious malfunction, which frequently happens in the operation of a rotating machine.
A TREE rubbing collage is a fun outdoor craft - a great one for the park this summer.